Digestive system : Two groups of digestive organs

Alimentary canal (gastrointestinal tract ) and Accessory digestive organs

Alimentary canal (gastrointestinal tract)

A continuous muscular tube that extends from mouth to anus through which food passes

Organs of the Alimentary Canal (gastrointestinal tract)

Mouth, Pharynx, Esophagus, Stomach, Small intestine, Large intestine

Accessory digestive organs

Teeth, Tongue, Gall bladder, Digestive glands, Salivary glands, Liver, Pancreas

Accessory digestive organs

Organs that assist in digestion by producing enzymes and other substances but food does not pass through them .

Key difference between alimentary canal and accessory digestive organs

Food passes through the alimentary canal but not through accessory digestive organs.

Function of the digestive system

Mechanically and chemically breaks down food in absorbable nutrients

Digestive Process : Ingestion

Uptake of food via mouth into the digestive tract

Digestive Processes : Propulsion

Movement of food through the alimentary canal. It includes swallowing and peristalsis.

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